Cardiovascular System

Question 12 - Single Best Answer

What is the mechanism of the problem?

B) damage to the tunica intima

CORRECTO!
CORRECTO! This is due to the buildup of cholesterol and other lipids in this region that causes the smooth muscle in the tunica media to proliferate. The two contribute to the narrowing of the vessel lumen and a bruit is heard because of turbulent blood flow within a narrow lumen.

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